Frizell

The surname Frizell is of English and Scottish origin, derived from the Old Norse personal name "Frislav", meaning "peaceful ruler". It is considered to be of patronymic origin, indicating "son of Frizell".

The earliest recorded instances of the Frizell surname date back to medieval times, scattered across various parts of England and Scotland. Over the centuries, the name has undergone various spelling variations including Frizzel, Frizell, Fresely and Frizele, among others.

The Frizell family has been associated with a number of notable individuals throughout history, contributing to various fields such as politics, academia, and the arts.

Today, individuals bearing the surname Frizell can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, with a presence in diverse professions and communities.

Overall, the surname Frizell carries a sense of heritage and lineage, embodying a long-standing connection to British history and culture.

There are approximately 139 people named Frizell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Frizell.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • David
  • Hugh
  • Ian
  • John
  • Joseph
  • Martin
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • Stuart
  • Thomas
  • Trevor

Female

  • Alison
  • Amy
  • Carly
  • Catherine
  • Deborah
  • Eve
  • Jenna
  • Katie
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Rosemary
  • Tilda
  • Zoe

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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